27-Apr-2019 Madeira Island, Portugal

The departure of the MIUT 115 race will be 00:00, in the center of Porto Moniz, travelling, during the initial nocturnal phase along winding footpaths and levadas on the North Coast, towards the plateau of Paúl da Serra – on the Western mountain massif.

The first major ascent has a reference point in Fanal. The technical descent to Chão da Ribeira is next and, then, a new long ascent to Estanquinhos. São Vicente is the next passage, before the arrival at Encumeada, where the route enters the Central mountainous massif, but not before making an incursion to Curral das Freiras, before facing the mythical peaks, Ruivo and Areeiro.

From there, the route is mostly downwards, with passages at Ribeiro Frio and Portela, after which the Funduras mountain offers endless single tracks towards the technical descent that will take participants to the levada of Caniçal, with a previous passage at Boca do Risco.

The final phase, along a levada, will have the backdrop of the Machico valley, with the finish line at the Forum Machico.

Event Organiser

Clube de Montanha do Funchal

Beginner

Suitable for: First ultra runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running in the last six months.

Intermediate

Elevation: Increase of up to 1000 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed at least one ultra distance race (or similar event) or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.

Advanced

Elevation: Increase of up to 1500 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.

Expert

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat) and or technical terrain

Suitable for: Experienced runners who have completed at least regular ultra distances in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.

Brutal

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with very challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity, heat or at high altitude) and or technical terrain.

Suitable for: Very experienced long distance ultra runners (min 3 years’ experience) or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races is often subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Purchase of specialist kit is often recommended for these races.

Endurance - Multi-activity

Type: An ultra distance race including at least two of the following activities such as running, swimming, cycling, kayaking, skiing and climbing. It may also include different climatic conditions (eg ice, snow, humidity, cold water, mud or heat).

Suitable for: Experienced multi-skilled athletes who have trained for the different activities included in this event. Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements and any specialist equipment required such as a wetsuit, skis or a mountain bike.

Global - Virtual

Type: A virtual race which can be run at any time shown on the dates shown, on any type of terrain in any country.

Suitable for: For runners from beginners to experienced as you choose your own course and challenge based on the guidelines and options set by the virtual race organiser.

Review Madeira Island Ultra Trail (MIUT)

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Jmap

01:06 25-01-19

The race is hard but the view is amazing, you need to train to finish it but it will worth it during all the race if you're capable. The organization is quite good with all the emergency support ready and all the refreshments points with everything you need. I totally recomend it

nuno.giao

10:50 19-04-15

Great race. Beautiful landscapes, beautiful technical tracks, steps like from here to the moon, Definitely a race that everyone should have at personal CV.

TomWingo

02:29 19-04-15

What a great race, what a beautiful island.Never had an event which was so hard, so great, so perfect like the MIUT115.Every runner seachrching for the ultimative experiance in mountain trail rinning will sometimes join the MIUT.My finisher vest will always remind me to this perfect weekend.

5 stars!

tobiasmews

07:36 17-04-15

If you want to punish yourself yet do so on one of the most stunning islands you're likely to run across, then enter the MIUT. There's barely any flat parts - you're either going up or down - and it's all technical and steep. Brilliantly organised, friendly, challenging, beautiful - it's got it all. The course was marked almost every 20m - no chance of getting lost, unless you get sleep monsters at night. And with it now marked as a UTWT 2016 race - it's going to become the race to do. Epic!